Geekout 32: CoD Ghosts, Nexus 5, and a look inside the PS4

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Android fans all over have been not-so-patiently awaiting the release of the Google Nexus 5, and now that it’s here we decided to share some of our early thoughts via our weekly Geekout.

Call of Duty: Ghosts dropped this week, bringing to mind the curious question of why it’s worth buying yet another Call of Duty game. As we share our early thoughts on the game, it’s worth pointing out that the new gaming features with the tactical companion dog are a little awkward. The different ways you control this character make the game a little on the confusing side, as it blurs the lines between playing as the dog and playing as someone controlling the dog. Otherwise, it’s a fun game as long as you’re a fan of the franchise.

Is the Google Nexus 5 the one phone to rule them all, or is it the perfect baseline for the next wave of Android phones? Your opinion may cause you to sway one way or the other, but overall the Nexus 5 is a very good phone. It’s very fast, and it packs a lot of exciting new things to touch and experience thanks to Android 4.4. As we move closer to an actual review of the phone, we took some time to field a few questions from live participants this week.

We’re only a few days away from the launch of the PS4, and only a few weeks away from the Xbox One, but there’s still more than a few problems with each. To help distract from that, Sony performed their own teardown of their new console in order to show off what they went through to create such a slim profile. It’s nothing to scoff at, that’s for sure. Sony has clearly put quite a bit of effort into their design, causing some to wonder why Microsoft’s more like a clumsy set top box.

Our app of the week will have you reaching for your Vader mask and humming along with your favorite Cantina tunes. Star Wars: Tiny Death Star is a quirky, 2D city simulator set on the Death Star while it is under construction. Vader and The Emperor are building the Death Star so they don’t have to get jobs, and it’s up to you to help them out. The game is free with no shortage of In-App Purchases, and is a fun way to kill and afternoon or two.

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